13. Power Line Balls

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Found in: nearly every country in the world
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When driving on a highway, have you ever observed any colorful balls hanging on top of power lines? You wonder what those balls do when you glance up and see them. You hear from your buddy or dad that air traffic is being rerouted to avoid being caught in the power cables.
Nevertheless, these balls must be small in real life since they appear small from a distance, right? Not accurate.
These power line balls are far bigger than you might think—this photo of two men attempting to pick one up will help you understand just how big they really are!
14. Take a Look at This Extinct Leg

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We all know dinosaurs were enormous because we've seen them shambling around the globe in animations and cartoons. However, the CGI dinosaurs give off an innocent appearance as they stomp around and roar at other creatures. However, that is all animated content; genuine dinosaurs were not at all like the cute, animated creatures we see in cartoons.
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The petrified leg of a dinosaur that roamed the Earth several thousand years ago is seen in this image. A typical human would be about the size of this dinosaur, which was given the name Argentinosaurus. We are fortunate not to have lived during their lifetime!
15. What was your estimate of the sphinx's size?

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Without a doubt, the enormous pyramids of Giza are an oddity and a natural marvel. Everyone is aware of their great size. However, how do you feel about the Sphinx? Is this not yet another marvel of the universe? It most certainly is!
What was your estimate of the sphinx's size? ©Bettmann/stock photos
Even though it might not seem like much in the shadow of the Great Pyramid of Giza, it is a significant historical monument in the globe department! And why, on second thought, would a sphinx be small?
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